8.7
A&R Bar-B-Que
$South Memphis, South Memphis / Whitehaven
The South Memphis pit where rib tips are the whole religion
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8.3/ 10
876 reviews“Cordova's everyday BBQ habit, priced for regulars”
Fat Larry's is a Cordova-area institution that proves great Memphis barbecue does not require a pilgrimage to Midtown or South Memphis. It is a small, plainspoken joint where suburban regulars get their everyday smoke fix without the tourist markup or the destination wait. The chopped pork sandwich is the calling card, piled high and priced right, hand-chopped shoulder with a good balance of bark and tender interior. The rib tips run smoky and tender, the smoked sausage carries a snap off the pit, and the baked beans get their depth straight from the smoker. Nothing here is chasing a trophy; it is honest, generous barbecue at prices that keep the neighborhood coming back weekly. For the east side, a stacked sandwich and a plate of tips is the whole point, and Fat Larry's delivers it without fuss.
Know Before You Go
- Hours
- Mon–Sat 10:30am–8pm
- Closed
- Sunday
- Price
- Budget-friendly ($)
- Don't miss
- Chopped Pork Sandwich, Rib Tips, and Smoked Sausage
What to Order
1
Chopped Pork Sandwich2
Rib Tips3
Smoked Sausage4
Baked BeansWhy It Stands Out
Fat Larry's proves great Memphis barbecue does not require a Midtown pilgrimage. The stacked chopped pork and smoky rib tips stand up to the city's best at prices that keep Cordova regulars coming back weekly.
Quick Facts
- Address
- 7537 US Hwy 70, Bartlett, TN 38133
- Phone
- (901) 386-1900
- Hours
- Mon–Sat 10:30am–8pm
- Price Range
- $
- Established
- 1998
Ratings Breakdown
6 dimensions, each scored 0-10
Smoke8.2
Bark8.0
Tenderness8.5
Value9.5
Atmosphere7.0
Consistency8.5
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Good to Know
Fat Larry's — Frequently Asked Questions
What should I order at Fat Larry's?
Regulars point to Chopped Pork Sandwich, Rib Tips, Smoked Sausage, and Baked Beans.
What are Fat Larry's's hours?
Mon–Sat 10:30am–8pm
What days is Fat Larry's closed?
Fat Larry's is closed Sunday. Hours can change on holidays, so it's worth confirming before a trip.
Is Fat Larry's expensive?
Fat Larry's is budget-friendly ($).
What kind of barbecue does Fat Larry's serve?
Fat Larry's serves Memphis Style barbecue — Memphis BBQ is rib country. The great debate is wet vs. dry: dry ribs are coated in a paprika-heavy spice rub and served without sauce, while wet ribs are glazed with a tomato-vinegar based sauce. Memphis also claims BBQ spaghetti and the BBQ nachos.
When did Fat Larry's open?
Fat Larry's has been serving Memphis barbecue since 1998.
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